Members of Parliament from the Landless People’s Movement (LPM) boycotted the second State of the Nation Address delivered by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, saying the exercise no longer adds meaningful value to national debate.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is set to deliver her second State of the Nation Address (SONA) tomorrow. 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is expected to deliver the highly anticipated State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Wednesday.

The address is expected to outline the government's key priorities, review progress made, and provide a clear roadmap for the year ahead.

Former President Nangolo Mbumba, together with the Chairperson of the Otjozondjupa Region Regional Council, Paulus Nekundi, led a regional leadership delegation to pay condolences to the bereaved family of the late parliamentarian, James Uerikua.

The Secretary General of the Swapo Party, Sophia Shaningwa, has paid tribute to the late James Uerikua during a visit to the family house in Windhoek.

Shaningwa described the late Uerikua as a committed member of the party and the nation, whose death has left many in mourning.

The Swapo Party Coordinator for the Otjozondjupa Region, Imms Namaseb, emphasised the necessity for the region to diligently pursue the realisation of the ideals championed by the late former governor, James Uerikua.

The late Uerikua advocated for agriculture, infrastructure and youth development.

Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba has conveyed his condolences to the family of the late Parliamentarian James Uerikua.

Former President Pohamba's message was delivered by his Special Assistant, Frans !Gaoseb.

Tributes have begun to pour in for the late parliamentarian James Uerikua as fellow lawmakers pay tribute to his life and service.

The news of his passing has left many MPs in shock. Those who spoke to NBC News expressed their disbelief and found themselves at a loss for words.

During debates on the N$460 million budget for the Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations, Members of Parliament raised concerns about fairness in the justice system, discriminatory provisions, inconsistent rulings, and poor infrastructure access in rural areas.

Various members of Parliament in the National Assembly have raised a number of issues during the discussion of the Ministry of International Relations and Trade vote of a N$1.37 billion budget.